Hand soap recalled over 'life-threatening' bacterial risk
DermaRite Industries, LLC has issued a nationwide recall of several soap products after detecting contamination with Burkholderia cepacia complex.
DermaRite Industries, LLC has issued a nationwide recall of several soap products after detecting contamination with Burkholderia cepacia complex.
Back-to-school: Getting kids back on schedule
Summer is winding down and with students heading back to classrooms it means it's time to get back to a regular sleep routine. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike offers up some advice.
Summer is winding down and with students heading back to classrooms it means it's time to get back to a regular sleep routine. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike offers up some advice.
Danielle Spencer, child star of ‘What’s Happening!!,’ dies at 60
Danielle Spencer, star of "What’s Happening!!," has died at 60 after a long battle with cancer.
Danielle Spencer, star of "What’s Happening!!," has died at 60 after a long battle with cancer.
At-home skin cancer test could be one step closer
An experimental patch could bring the medical world one step closer to rapid at-home melanoma testing, eliminating the need for a biopsy or blood draw.
An experimental patch could bring the medical world one step closer to rapid at-home melanoma testing, eliminating the need for a biopsy or blood draw.
French fries tied to diabetes risk, but not all potatoes 'created equal,' study finds
Replacing fries with whole grains 3 times weekly cuts diabetes risk by 19%, researchers say.
Replacing fries with whole grains 3 times weekly cuts diabetes risk by 19%, researchers say.
Possible West Nile case in Travis County
The Austin Public Health Department says it believes there may be a possible case of West Nile virus in Travis County.
The Austin Public Health Department says it believes there may be a possible case of West Nile virus in Travis County.
Who was Brandon Blackstock: A look back on the life of Kelly Clarkson's ex-husband
Brandon Blackstock was Kelly Clarkson’s manager from 2017 until they split in 2020.
Brandon Blackstock was Kelly Clarkson’s manager from 2017 until they split in 2020.
SuperAgers over 80 show memory equal to adults in their 50s, study finds
A new Northwestern study finds some adults over 80 maintain memory and brain health on par with people decades younger, offering insight into how aging and Alzheimer’s could be delayed.
A new Northwestern study finds some adults over 80 maintain memory and brain health on par with people decades younger, offering insight into how aging and Alzheimer’s could be delayed.
Supplement sold at gas stations sparks health fears as people report addiction symptoms
The plant-based Feel Free tonic, made with kratom leaf and kava extract, is intended for users 21 and older.
The plant-based Feel Free tonic, made with kratom leaf and kava extract, is intended for users 21 and older.
Over half of Americans' calories come from ultra-processed foods
The report could have big implications as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to criticize ultra-processed foods and blame them for causing disease.
The report could have big implications as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to criticize ultra-processed foods and blame them for causing disease.
‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ with Bedford: Child born with rare genetic disorder goes viral
Bedford has Schwartz-Jampel syndrome. It's a rare genetic disorder with just 150 cases reported across the world, his parents said.
Bedford has Schwartz-Jampel syndrome. It's a rare genetic disorder with just 150 cases reported across the world, his parents said.
Rabid bat found at Tanger Outlets in San Marcos: city
A live rabid bat was found at the Tanger Outlets in San Marcos over the weekend and officials are looking for a group of teenagers seen interacting with it.
A live rabid bat was found at the Tanger Outlets in San Marcos over the weekend and officials are looking for a group of teenagers seen interacting with it.
Colorectal cancer: Rates up after holding steady
After holding steady for 15 years, rates of colorectal cancer in adults ages 45-49 have seen a noticeable uptick between 2019 and 2022. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology talks about the findings.
After holding steady for 15 years, rates of colorectal cancer in adults ages 45-49 have seen a noticeable uptick between 2019 and 2022. Dr. Pradeep Kumar from Austin Gastroenterology talks about the findings.
What is kratom 7-OH? Why RFK and health officials are cracking down
Regulators say 7-OH, a component of kratom, is an opioid that “can be more potent than morphine,” but it’s readily available over the counter in many states.
Regulators say 7-OH, a component of kratom, is an opioid that “can be more potent than morphine,” but it’s readily available over the counter in many states.
What is Chikungunya virus? Symptoms, prevention and what to know
The mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus causes fever and severe joint pain, which can persist for months. With no specific medicine, the best prevention is avoiding mosquito bites. Outbreaks have been reported in many parts of the world, including in China.
The mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus causes fever and severe joint pain, which can persist for months. With no specific medicine, the best prevention is avoiding mosquito bites. Outbreaks have been reported in many parts of the world, including in China.
Rare flu complication causing brain swelling on the rise in kids, study finds
A Stanford-led study found that children facing a rare, deadly flu complication involving brain swelling and runaway immune responses may have better chances of recovery with rapid, targeted care—and that flu vaccines offer key protection.
A Stanford-led study found that children facing a rare, deadly flu complication involving brain swelling and runaway immune responses may have better chances of recovery with rapid, targeted care—and that flu vaccines offer key protection.
RFK Jr. pulls $500 million in funding for vaccine development
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cancel contracts and pull funding for some vaccines being developed to fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Here's what we know.
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cancel contracts and pull funding for some vaccines being developed to fight respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Here's what we know.
Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease on the rise: How parents can protect their children
There is an uptick in Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in children in the United States, health officials say. Here's everything you need to know.
There is an uptick in Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases in children in the United States, health officials say. Here's everything you need to know.
CDC issues travel warning over chikungunya outbreak in China
The CDC has issued a Level 2 travel alert due to an outbreak of chikungunya in China, advising travelers to take enhanced precautions.
The CDC has issued a Level 2 travel alert due to an outbreak of chikungunya in China, advising travelers to take enhanced precautions.
Cure for balding could be in your kitchen
You may already have it in your pantry or you may just need to go to the grocery store if you're looking for a remedy for hair health, specifically hair loss. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about onion juice which has been used as a home treatment for decades.
You may already have it in your pantry or you may just need to go to the grocery store if you're looking for a remedy for hair health, specifically hair loss. FOX Medical Team's Dr. Mike talks about onion juice which has been used as a home treatment for decades.